2010 Toyota Camry MPG
Across its 3 EPA-rated gasoline versions, the 2010 Toyota Camry returns 19–22 mpg city, 28–33 highway and 23–26 combined.
The most efficient pairs the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive, at 26 mpg combined. At the other end, the 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive manages 23 mpg combined, 3 mpg less. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 34 mpg combined. That is 1 mpg better than the best gasoline 2009 version (25 mpg).
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camry Hybrid | 2.4 L 4-cyl hybrid | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 | 34 | 34 | Regular · 261 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 33 | 26 | Regular · 342 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry | 2.5 L 4-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 32 | 26 | Regular · 342 g CO₂/mi |
| Camry | 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 23 | Regular · 386 g CO₂/mi |
2010 Toyota Camry fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2010 Toyota Camry costs about $2,510 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (26 mpg combined), or roughly 17 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (23 mpg combined) comes to about $2,840 a year, $330 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2010 Toyota Camry specs
The EPA lists 3 engine choices for the 2010 Toyota Camry: 2.5 L 4-cyl, 2.4 L 4-cyl hybrid and 3.5 L 6-cyl. It came with automatic, continuously variable (CVT) and manual transmissions, with front-wheel drive. For fuel-economy purposes it sits in the EPA's "Midsize Cars" class.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L | 4 | Manual 6-spd; Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 2.4 L hybrid | 4 | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
| 3.5 L | 6 | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2010 Toyota Camry problems
As of October 2026, NHTSA (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) holds 614 owner complaints about the 2010 Toyota Camry.
Vehicle speed control is the most-reported area (22% of component mentions), followed by structure (8%) and visibility/wiper (8%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 36 complaints a year: fewer than the 2009 (78 a year) and about as many as the 2011 (39 a year).
That ranks 9th of 17 Toyota Camry model years (2008–2024), counting from the most complaints per year.
Of the 614, 101 mention a crash, 1 a fire and 45 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle speed control | 168 | 22% |
| Unknown or other | 84 | 11% |
| Structure | 66 | 8% |
| Visibility/wiper | 60 | 8% |
| Air bags | 55 | 7% |
| Power train | 46 | 6% |
| Engine | 45 | 6% |
| Suspension | 35 | 4% |
| Electrical system | 26 | 3% |
| Service brakes | 26 | 3% |
| Steering | 25 | 3% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 21 | 3% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 15 | 2% |
| Visibility | 14 | 2% |
| Exterior lighting | 12 | 2% |
| Tires | 12 | 2% |
| Gasoline fuel system | 10 | 1% |
| Electric service brakes | 10 | 1% |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 9 | 1% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 1% |
| Seat belts | 8 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 6 | <1% |
| Seats | 6 | <1% |
| Wheels | 6 | <1% |
| Equipment | 3 | <1% |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 2 | <1% |
| Other fuel system | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE STEERING AND CRASH INTO A METAL FENCE. …
The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the dashboard was shiny. The contact was unable to drive due to the reflection from the sun. …
I own a 2010 Toyota Camry, and the dash in my car is outrageous and ridiculous. You can not lay anything down on my dash because if you do it's not coming off. …
2010 Toyota Camry recalls
The 2010 Toyota Camry has been the subject of 9 recall campaigns.
The most recent, campaign 16V396000 from June 2016, concerns seats.
Equipment accounts for 3 of the 9 campaigns, more than any other area.
10V040000 · February 9, 2010 · Hydraulic service brakes
Problem: THE LENGTH OF THE POWER STEERING PRESSURE HOSE ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 4-CYLINDER (2AR-FE) ENGINE MAY BE INSUFFICIENT, SUCH THAT THE GAP BETWEEN THE CRIMP ON THE PRESSURE HOSE AND THE BRAKE TUBE FOR THE LEFT REAR BRAKE MAY BE INSUFFICIENT. UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES THE BRAKE TUBE MAY INTERFERE WITH THE CRIMP AND MAY WEAR AND THEN PERFORATE.
Risk: A BRAKE TUBE PERFORATION MAY RESULT IN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE.
Remedy: TOYOTA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND, IF NECESSARY, DEALERS WILL REPLACE OR ADJUST THE BRAKE TUBE FREE OF CHARGE.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | Camry years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16V396000 | June 2, 2016 | Seats | 2008–2010 |
| 14V743000 | November 19, 2014 | Seats | 2008–2011 |
| 13V123000 | April 9, 2013 | Equipment | 2010–2011 |
| 13V014000 | January 16, 2013 | Seats, Air bags | 2009–2012 |
| 10V035000 | February 3, 2010 | Equipment | 2008–2010 |
| 10V036000 | February 3, 2010 | Equipment | 2008–2011 |
| 10V017000 | January 21, 2010 | Vehicle speed control | 2008–2010 |
| 09V388000 | October 5, 2009 | Vehicle speed control | 2008–2010 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA has not published 5-star crash ratings for the 2010 Toyota Camry.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Toyota Camrys can be compared fairly. Among other 2010 models in the EPA's midsize cars class, the 2010 Chevy Malibu (26 mpg), 2010 Ford Fusion (27 mpg) and 2010 Kia Optima (25 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 34 | 1,095 | 57 | 8 |
| 2009 | 34 | 1,411 | 78 | 10 |
| 2010 | 34 | 614 | 36 | 9 |
| 2011 | 33 | 624 | 39 | 5 |
| 2012 | 40 | 645 | 43 | 2 |
| 2013 | 40 | 301 | 21 | 2 |
Every Toyota Camry model year compared →
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FAQ
Is the 2010 Camry a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2010 Toyota Camry has 36 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (9th most of 17 model years), 9 recall campaigns and up to 34 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2010 Camry problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are vehicle speed control (168), structure (66) and visibility/wiper (60). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2010 Camry have?
NHTSA lists 9 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2010 Camry get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 23–26 mpg combined (19–22 city, 28–33 highway). The hybrid version reaches up to 34 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Camry per year?
About $2,510 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $2,840 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).